Why was Anna Politkovskaya assassinated?
Why was Anna Politkovskaya assassinated?
Today marks 15 years since journalist and human rights defender Anna Politkovskaya was killed in Moscow for her brave work bringing to light human rights abuses in the conflict in Chechnya and giving voice to its victims.
What is the Russian Federation?
The Russian Federation (Russia) is physically the largest country in the world, covering 6.6 million square miles and 11 time zones over its 6,000-mile length. Its population of about 141.7 million includes well over 100 ethnic groups, though the majority are ethnic Russians.
Who is Vladimir Putins best friend?
Sergei Roldugin is a godfather to Maria Vorontsova (b. 1985), Vladimir Putin’s older daughter. He has been friends with Putin since the late 1970s. In March 2016 The Guardian described Roldugin as “Putin’s best friend”.
Who give puppy to Putin?
Buffy, a caramel and white Bulgarian male 10-week-old shepherd Karakachan dog, was given to President Vladimir Putin during a visit to Bulgaria in November 2010 by Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borisov.
